Suri District
District in Lorestan province, Iran
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Suri District (Persian: بخش سوري) is in Rumeshkan County, Lorestan province, Iran. Its capital is the village of Suri.[3] The district has a total of 19 villages.[4] Mount Vyznhar (Vznyar), the highest mountain in the county, is located in Suri District. On its slopes are the ruins of Kohzad Castle.[4]
History
In 2013, Rumeshkan District was separated from Kuhdasht County in the establishment of Rumeshkan County, which was divided into two districts of two rural districts each, with Chaqabol as its capital and only city.[3]
Demographics
Population
At the time of the 2016 National Census, the district's population was 17,005 inhabitants in 4,671 households.[2]
Administrative divisions
| Administrative Divisions | 2016[2] |
|---|---|
| Rumiani RD | 8,992 |
| Suri RD[a] | 8,013 |
| Total | 17,005 |
| RD = Rural District | |
